Guilford, ME

Maine

Guilford is a small town in Maine with a population of 630. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 328/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $23,219 per capita
$118,500 Home Value $144,241 Zillow
$488 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,500 home value, $488/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

How Guilford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population630
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$23,219
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$2,439M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,500
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,241

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute16 min
Libraries13

Is Guilford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guilford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Guilford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guilford is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guilford is $118,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Guilford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Guilford has a population of 630 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

630
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Guilford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guilford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guilford is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Guilford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,219
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$56,434

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,574
County GDP$2,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare124
Retail193
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Guilford is $118,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,241.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,500
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,241

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,108
1 Bedroom$1,186
2 Bedrooms$1,497
3 Bedrooms$1,951
4 Bedrooms$2,190

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Guilford, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Guilford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma13.4%
COPD10.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death10,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

Crime Rates: Guilford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Guilford has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates45.1786°N, 69.3950°W
County FIPS23025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.64
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants115
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Work from Home5.2%

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